1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 321 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 1973 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Toyota |
| Model | Montego | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |
